Crucial Exams

AAMA CMA Practice Question

A patient has just received a plaster cast for a fractured wrist. What instruction should you give to the patient to ensure proper maintenance of the cast?

  • It is recommended to insert small objects under the cast if itching occurs.

  • Frequently apply heat to the cast to promote circulation.

  • Keep the cast elevated above heart level, especially for the first 48 hours.

  • Cover the cast with wet towels to keep the skin cool and hydrated.

AAMA CMA
Clinical Competency
Your Score:
Settings & Objectives
Random Mixed
Questions are selected randomly from all chosen topics, with a preference for those you haven’t seen before. You may see several questions from the same objective or domain in a row.
Rotate by Objective
Questions cycle through each objective or domain in turn, helping you avoid long streaks of questions from the same area. You may see some repeat questions, but the distribution will be more balanced across topics.

Check or uncheck an objective to set which questions you will receive.

Wipe Score
Bash, the Crucial Exams Chat Bot
AI Bot